Category: Panama

July 2015 Project Roundup: Planting in Ghana, Selling Ambulances, Preparing for Panama

AFRICA Ghana We are delighted to report that our first demonstration plot in Ghana has been planted! David Reeves recently returned from a successful training trip to an area outside of Accra, where we are partnering with Sesa Mu, a local university student group committed to assisting farmers with improved techniques. Peter Mueller and his… continue reading

Reducing risk, improving opportunity for young women in Panama

There are two orphanages in Panama that have operated since the 1800s. Asilo Malambo and Hogar San Vicente are home to about 150 girls who have suffered “complex trauma” in the form of violence, abuse, severe poverty, neglect and malnutrition. Some are HIV positive. While the girls are well cared for in these homes, many… continue reading

Remarks from Ben Turner, Second Annual Report From the Field

The following is a transcript of the remarks delivered by Ben Turner, president of Just Hope International, at our Second Annual Report From the Field, held December 2, 2014. To view a gallery of photos from the event, visit this post. A little over a year ago at Just Hope’s First Report From the Field,… continue reading